Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यॊ न जानाति निर्हन्तुं वस्त्राणां रजकॊ मलम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ न जानाति निर्हन्तुं वस्त्राणां रजकॊ मलम
रक्तानि वा शॊधयितुं यथा नास्ति तथैव सः

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who is ignorant of cleansing cannot cleanse others.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka draws an analogy between personal cleanliness and the ability to influence others. It indicates that an individual who cannot maintain their own purity cannot expect to purify or correct others, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and accountability.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक व्यक्तिगत स्वच्छता और दूसरों को प्रभावित करने की क्षमता के बीच एक उपमा खींचता है। यह बताता है कि जो व्यक्ति अपनी स्वयं की शुद्धता बनाए नहीं रख सकता, वह दूसरों को शुद्ध या सही करने की अपेक्षा नहीं कर सकता, आत्म-साक्षात्कार और जवाबदेही के महत्व को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka’s message is relevant to leadership and individual responsibilities, emphasizing the need for personal integrity before guiding others.

Meaning

It suggests that one must first cleanse oneself, achieving self-discipline before attempting to influence society.

Application

Personal integrity and self-regulation become essential for effective leadership; leaders should embody the values they promote.